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Follow Simon DaykinIts okay brides, you can admit it – you wish you could plan your wedding all over again!
You’re not the only one…
Firefly Occasions was created because CEO, Ciara Daykin, LOVED planning her own wedding.
After years of experience and dedication to her company, Ciara is sharing the business essentials you need to become a successful wedding planner.
You can learn about this list of MUST HAVE, Wedding Planner Business Essentials (and how much they cost) from the original Rockstar Wedding Planner herself, Ciara Daykin!
And guess what? It’s FREE!
Ciara welcomes you to join her on Tuesday June 14th from 6-9pm for a FREE, no cost seminar. In only 3 hours, you will learn what you MUST have to start, grow, and maintain a successful planning business.
And if you want to be a wedding planner, there’s no time like NOW. Ciara is on the hunt for wedding planners to join Firefly Occasions. You could be the next Firefly! She’ll give you all the details at this event.
This seminar will be in HIGH DEMAND and seats are limited.
3 hours packed of wedding knowledge and networking with Firefly Occasions CEO, Ciara Daykin for FREE? It’s a no brainer!
All we ask is that you call 1-800-791-5636 ext 701 or email katie@fireflyoccasions.com by June 10th with a credit card ready to secure your spot with a $20 no show deposit.
Don’t worry! This means that a crisp $20 dollar bill will be waiting for you upon check-in because learning Ciara’s secrets is too good to pass up!
This is a rare opportunity to learn from Ciara in person. Her current coaching programs for wedding planners are between $8,500- $50,000. But the cost of this seminar is $0!
To make this an even more exciting experience the first 10 want- to- be- planners to register will receive reserved front row seats at the event. (Reserved seats will be released 5 minutes before the seminar begins so don’t be late!)
Firefly Occasions has thoroughly enjoyed hosting the viewing of the Royal Wedding in Calgary at the Glencoe Club. As guests watched the last few minutes of the wedding, we interviewed them on their favorite parts, highlights and surprises!
As for the official viewing at the Glencoe, we had great success in Calgary. We were very happy to see many of our guests in their hats and finest attire. We would like to give a special thank you to Frocks for showcasing beautiful gowns, to the Glencoe Club for helping us host the event, to Alan Maudie Photography for taking photos, to Flower Artistry for supplying the flowers, to Plush Invitations for supplying the stationary, to XL 103.5, CTV, Metro News, Global TV and 660 News for media coverage, and most importantly, to our guests who woke up at an early hour to join us in celebrating the beautiful marriage of the royal couple.
The Royal Wedding is less than an hour away! Kendra, Kylene and CEO, Ciara Daykin, speak on what they are most excited to see as Firefly Occasions hosts the live viewing at the Glencoe in #YYC.
At least once a year, a wedding movie is released. The ultimate fairytale ending of a movie includes the classic wedding scene at the end. Hitch, 27 Dresses, Meet the Parents and American Pie are some examples. In the world of Hollywood where anything is possible and anything goes, proposals are incredibly romantic, unique, funny or just ridiculous. We thought we could highlight some of our favorites and some of the most unique!
1. With a Shoe:
Ok this one didn’t work out so well in the beginning. And a shoe doesn’t exactly scream romance. On second thought… they were Manolos!
View the proposal here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQEHtGdq1mE
2. With a Fortune Cookie
This proposal requires great skill and luck. What if she doesn’t want to eat the fortune cookie? What if she takes your fortune cookie? Nevertheless, he is awarded an A + for sentiment. There’s nothing wrong with keeping it casual yet romantic.
3. On the Street
Sandra Bullock or “Margaret” proposes to Ryan Reynolds in the middle of a busy street in New York City. Forcing your employee to marry you in order to stay in the country is probably not the most romantic proposal we’ve ever seen.
4. In Front of a Crowd:
Johnny asks June to marry him on stage in front of a crowd. Proposing is nerve racking enough… throw in a few hundred people and it will really put on the pressure. Johnny does it with confidence and poise as he just won’t take no for an answer!
5. On an Airplane
Ok, this one’s a bit cheesy. Adam Sandler serenades his proposal to his bride to be on an airplane on the way to Vegas. On the contrary, the song is definitely one of a kind as it is heart-felt and unique.
6. With a Surprise
This proposal is a personal favorite. It includes the element of surprise, it’s clever, it’s well thought out, it’s sincere and its Ben Affleck. What more is there to say? See for yourself!
View the proposal here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgZQZxmSL5s
View the proposal here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgZQZxmSL5s
When watching reality TV shows such as “Say Yes to the Dress,” you often see brides who consult their grooms for advice and even go shopping with their future husbands. When it comes to the groom seeing the dress before the wedding, there are some mixed feelings.
To Show the Dress:
Buying a wedding dress is a major decision that will most likely make at least a small dent in the bank account. Such a purchase will affect both the bride and the groom. One of the golden rules of marriage is to be comfortable and agree with where your spouse spends money. –“What’s mine is yours now, honey!” Imagine your husband spending a fortune on a new gadget without you ever seeing it! Would you be ok with it or would you stress?
In some Chinese traditions, the groom buys the wedding dress for the bride. She doesn’t even see the gown until the actual wedding day. –Talk about the element of surprise!
Another scenario, imagine finding the dress of your dreams in a store window while vacationing with your future husband. Would you leave it alone, or would you go take a peek to see if they had your size?
If you show your dress to your husband before the wedding it alleviates the stress of trying to hide your dress and hiding… yourself, before the ceremony. It’s practical, it’s stress free and it’s easy. Not to mention, you will have his help and support while finding the dress in the first place. For those couples who can’t keep a secret from each other and tell each other everything, this might just be the best option for you.
Or Not to Show the Dress:
If you’re superstitious you’ll note that it’s said to be bad luck to show your wedding dress to your husband before the wedding. Saving this special moment will ensure a beautiful, dazzled look on his face. The photographer will capture it perfectly.
Note: Many grooms want to be surprised and don’t even want to see the bride’s wedding dress until the day.
If you keep your wedding gown a secret, is it ok to describe details of the dress or show photos of it? We think that if you are keeping the dress a secret, you should keep the details a secret too. Keeping it hush hush is the ultimate choice for the traditional and romantic bride.
The Verdict:
It’s really a personal situation, which is different for every couple. If you are more practical or perhaps traveling to a destination wedding, it might be easier to let the cat (or the dress) out of the bag.
If you are one that loves the element of surprise and mystery, keep it to yourself! It will make that moment extra special for you. Bottom line: If you are hesitating about showing it to him, DON’T SHOW HIM. If you think you may have regrets, DON’T SHOW HIM.
Good Luck!
The Royal Wedding is soon approaching and we here at Firefly are getting excited. As we prepare for our own special celebration, the live viewing at the Glencoe, we thought it would be a great opportunity to update brides, grooms and guests about the on-goings for the Royal Wedding in England.
The Royal Wedding is rumored to have world-record breaking TV watchers this April 29th. This will be a monumental day for the Royal Family, and the entire world. Perhaps viewers will only ever see one Royal Wedding in a lifetime! Firefly Occasions has decided to make an entire evening of it. For all wedding-lovers and brides: dress up in your finest, grab your girlfriends and enjoy the Royal Wedding with like minded viewers who will be oooohing and aaaahing along with you over brunch and tea service at the Glencoe Club. We’d love for you to join us in the celebration. The invitation is posted in the previous blog post for more details. As for the Royal Wedding details, they are posted below, courtesy of the Royal Wedding Website and Tres Sugar: www.officialroyalwedding2011.org/ and www.tressugar.com/New-Royal-Wedding-Details-15529683
1. Will and Kate will be staying with Harry in a suite at Clarence House after the honeymoon.
2. The royal couple will have their official first public kiss on the Buckingham Palace balcony.
3. Kate’s mother, Carole Middleton, will arrive at Westminster Abbey’s “VVIP” entrance prior to the royal party.
4. The 1,900 guests will begin arriving at 8:30 a.m., two and a half hours before the ceremony begins.
5. Mobile phones and cameras will be banned from the guests at the ceremony.
6. William’s family members are scheduled to arrive between 10:40 and 10:50 a.m.
7. William will arrive with his best man, Prince Harry.
8. Kate will arrive with her father, Michael, at 11 a.m., possibly in the queen’s ’50s-model car.
9. After the ceremony, the couple will watch a fly-past by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight on the balcony of Buckingham Palace.
10. A 600-person champagne and canapé reception will take place before a 300-person buffet dinner and “rather loud disco” at Buckingham Palace.
11. Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton have set up a charitable gift fund for those who very generously may wish to donate to charity to help the couple celebrate their wedding.
12. Trumpeters from the Central Band of the RAF will accolade Prince William and Catherine Middleton.
Firefly Occasions Inc. is an international event planning company specializing in Haute Couture Weddings and Luxurious Event Design. We have gained recognition nationwide winning awards such as the Wedding Industry of Canada’s, Best Ceremony Décor and have been published in numerous publications.
Learn from the best with internationally recognized Wedding Planning Coach, Ciara Daykin, as your CEO and mentor.
Firefly Occasions Inc. is now looking to fill our highly saught after Spring/Summer internship position within our downtown Calgary location. This internship with Firefly Occasions Inc. will run from May through July and is an unpaid position. This could be your chance at a new career with Calgary’s premiere wedding planning agency.
Please send your resume and cover letter to our Wedding Division Manager, Kendra McGillivray at kendra@fireflyoccasions.com before 6:00pm on April 20
th 2011.
Michael Bublé tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend, Luisana Lopilato, on Thursday March 31rst. The Canadian singer married the sitcom actress in her native country of Argentina at a civil ceremony in Buenos Aires.
Bublé, 35, wore a grey suite for the ceremony while Luisana wore a violet dress with silver heels. The couple happily posed for fans and paparazzi after tying the knot. The beautiful bride then threw a bouquet of purple orchids into the crowd of onlookers.
According to People magazine, the wedding continued on Saturday where the couple held a larger ceremony with 300 guests celebrating at a mansion outside of the Buenos Aires. The lovebirds originally became engaged in 2009 when Bublé proposed in front of Lopilato’s family in Argentina. Bublé recalls that when he first met Argentina’s most famous actress, Luisana, it was love at first sight. Both families are also more than happy about the union. -They have met several times!
Did you know that Luisana was in one of Bublé’s music videos? Have a peek in the video below!
Calgary, Alberta – Event professional, Ciara Daykin, has been nominated for the Canadian Special Events’ Event Professional of the Year Award. Ciara is the CEO and owner of Firefly Occasions, a luxury wedding planning agency in Calgary, Alberta. Daykin will travel to Toronto on March 25th to attend the Star Awards Gala. This is a national award and four other candidates have been nominated to compete from across the country.
Amanda Smith, client of Firefly Occasions, states, “Ciara shares her knowledge and passion with everyone in her path. Her contributions to the event planning industry are a paramount to her successes. She has enabled many others to achieve their personal business plans.”
The award is designated for outstanding event professionals who inspire others to achieve event success, and who stand out from the crowd by having made exceptional contributions to the industry over the past year.
Nominees must have created success stories time and time again while operating their businesses with the highest level of enthusiasm, accomplishment and professional integrity.
As a nominee, Ciara has also contributed to the growth and development of the event industry in Calgary and has gone above and beyond her client’s expectations.
“I’m thrilled to be nominated for the award and to have the opportunity to represent not only myself but also the Calgary event industry,” states Ciara.
To find out more information about Firefly Occasions please visit www.fireflyoccasions.com. To find out more information about the award please visit www.canadianspecialevents.com.
You’ve been swooning about Vera Wang ever since you were a teen. Vera has dressed famous brides such as Ivanka Trump and Chelsea Clinton. The WHITE Collection by Vera Wang is officially available since February 11, at David’s Bridal!
Ladies this means that you can now own your very own Vera! – No more dreaming!
Stores currently have sizes 0-14 and will soon have up to size 26. Lucky for your lovely ladies, bridesmaid’s dresses and shoes will also soon be available.
Pieces of the collection will range from $600 – $1,400. Don’t be fooled by the name, the wedding dresses also come in blush, and ivory and soft white. As always, the dresses are ultra feminine with luxurious layers textures, beads, tulle, organza, lace and silhouettes.
The dresses have been a long time in the making. Oprah showcased samples on her show early in September, five months before the announcement was made.
These dresses are impossibly beautiful! – But we don’t need to tell you that, check out our links below for yourself!
P.S. July and August brides! -The dresses take at least 5 months to be ordered, giving you little time to get it altered…… but wait, -“You don’t alter Vera to fit you, -you alter yourself to fit Vera.” – Kate Hudson
Take a peek at these beauties below on the David’s Bridal website:
http://www.davidsbridal.com/Browse_White-by-Vera-Wang
Urban Outfitters, parent company of Anthropologie, has launched their specialty line of wedding dresses on the most romantic day of the year. -Valentines Day! This is great news for all brides far from cookie-cutter looking for a unique dress. The wedding gowns are certainly one of a kind as some are even floral! Couples are not only getting married in churches but in vineyards, mountains and cityscapes. Urban Outfitters completely understands the demand for non-traditional wedding dresses. The line currently includes headpieces, lingerie, jewelery, shoes and gowns.
Décor and tabletop items like vases, dishes, silverware, tablecloths, candelabras, place cards, chargers, ribbons, cake servers and toasting glasses will complete the collection in May.
Click the link below to see some of the new gowns. Dresses and other collection items are currently only available online and will then be introduced (to a store still to be determined) in August.
Firefly Occasions Inc. is an international event planning company specializing in Haute Couture Weddings and Luxurious Event Design. We have gained recognition nationwide winning awards such as the Wedding Industry of Canada’s, Best Ceremony Décor and have been published in numerous publications.
Learn from the best with internationally recognized Wedding Planning Coach, Ciara Daykin, as your CEO and mentor.
Firefly Occasions Inc. is now looking to fill our highly saught after Winter internship positions within our downtown Calgary location. Winter internships with Firefly Occasions Inc. run from mid-February through May and are unpaid positions. This could be your chance at a new career with Calgary’s premiere wedding planning agency.
Please send your resume and cover letter to our Wedding Division Manager, Kendra McGillivray at kendra@fireflyoccasions.com before 6:00pm on Wednesday February 16th 2011.
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CALGARY, ALBERTA – Firefly Occasions is thrilled to announce winning the Best Booth Award at the Calgary Wedding Fair on January 23, 2011. Firefly Occasions competed against photographers, hotels, bakeries, wedding planners and all other vendors who attended the Wedding Fair at the BMO Center.
The booth design included a stunning chandelier hanging over the walkway, two 40 X 60 inch canvases, numerous inspiration boards, a lounge with a fireplace and a mounted TV showcasing their latest creations.
The design incorporated some of this year’s wedding colors; honeysuckle pink, silver and oak-wood textures. The construction of the booth took several hours as it was extremely detailed and designed with elegant silver drape and ceiling-high trussing.
On that triumphiant note, Firefly Occasions is also proud to announce winning the Bride’s Choice Awards 2011 from Wedding Wire. This means they are in the top 5 percent of Wedding Pros nationwide.
Ciara Daykin states, “We are thrilled to have such a great start to 2011. We pride ourselves on the service we provide to brides and the ideas we are able to inspire them with. We are honored to be recognized by the wedding community.”
To get more information on Firefly winning the Wedding Wire award please visit: http://bit.ly/hEvoFw .
To get more information and view photos on winning the Best Booth Award at the Calgary Wedding Fair, please visit the official Firefly Occasions Facebook Fan Page at http://www.facebook.com/FireflyOccasions.
The little ring bearer won’t walk, it’s starting to rain, your bridesmaid is feeling sick, and the best man is drunk. Of course these things won’t all happen on your wedding day. Remember not to sweat the small things because little things are bound to happen. Relax and remember it’s all part of your special day. It will be a funny story. The day will go on and you will still get married. Everything will still go as planned.
Be 100 per cent present and allow yourself to foster positive thinking.
Avoid snowball thinking or what-ifs. One bad thought leads to another, leading to another until you’ve created a snowball. Stop at your first sign of stress.
Realize that not everything is an emergency and that mistakes aren’t all bad, they make life real and exciting.
I once attended a wedding where the bride slipped as she set foot on a small set of stairs immediately after her father walked her down the isle. Her fiancé was ready to take her hand. Instead, he caught her in the knick of time, saved her from falling and gently carried her in his arms all the way up the stairs to the alter. All the guests gasped and thought it was adorable. It was so precious and romantic and one of the most memorable ceremony moments!
